Health Canada registered to kill C.difficile Spores in 5 minutes*

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1 Clorox Commercial Solutions Clorox Professional Disinfecting Bleach Wipes Health Canada registered to kill C.difficile Spores in 5 minutes* Commercial Solutions * See product label for usage instructions

2 What is Clostridium difficile? Clostridium difficile, or C.diff, is a spore-forming bacterium that is present in the intestines of about 5% of healthy people. All people have both good and bad types of bacteria in their bodies. C.diff is a bad bacteria. If good bacteria are killed off (by taking antibiotics for example), then C.diff, if present, can overpopulate inside the intestine and/or colon. When this occurs, C.diff causes a variety of symptoms, from diarrhea to more serious life-threatening intestinal disease. C.diff is the most common cause of healthcare-associated diarrhea in developed countries. 1 The spore form of C.diff represents a dormant, highly protected state. C.diff spores are extremely resistant to heat, drying and numerous chemical agents, including a variety of disinfectants. In addition C.diff spores have the ability to survive for up to 5 months on surfaces Drumford et al AJIC 16(1): Kim et al J Infect Dis 143: 42-50

3 Why do Health Canada registrations matter? Obtaining a Health Canada registration means that the Health Canada has reviewed and accepted the results of detailed product efficacy testing across specific microorganisms. Efficacy testing is performed under strict guidelines from Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) to ensure data integrity. The testing includes specific microefficacy data under particular test conditions. Products without registration CANNOT make or imply kill claims.

4 Why Is This Important? C.difficile can cause potentially life-threatening illnesses Insuring that you are getting rid of illness-causing bacteria helps to keep your patients, staff and visitors healthy and coming back to your facility. Only products registered by Health Canada to kill C.difficile spores give you the assurance that you are killing them.

5 Clorox Commercial Solutions Clorox Professional Disinfecting Bleach Wipes NOW registered by Health Canada to kill C.diff spores in 5 minutes* * See product label for usage instructions

6 Clorox Commercial Solutions Clorox Professional Disinfecting Bleach Wipes clean and disinfect hard, non-porous surfaces quickly and effectively in just one step. The wipes are pre-moistened with a unique 1:10 stable sodium hypochlorite (bleach) solution like the concentration that is recommended by the US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) guidelines for effective disinfecting against the toughest healthcare pathogens, including C.difficile. Clorox Professional Disinfecting Bleach Wipes are Health Canada registered to kill 31 additional pathogens. Clorox Professional Disinfecting Bleach Wipes can be used on multiple surfaces in healthcare settings, including plastic, plastic laminate, stainless steel, sealed fibreglass and glazed porcelain. Clorox Professional Disinfecting Bleach Wipes are ready to use and offered in 2 sizes that can be adapted for use in various healthcare locations. * See product label for usage instructions

7 Comparison Versus the Competition Clorox Commercial Solutions Clorox Professional Disinfecting Bleach Wipes Key Facts Health Canada registered, DIN# C.diff spores in 5 minutes 31 additional pathogens in 1 minute Active Ingredient: 0.55% sodium hypochlorite Pre-moistened wipe ensures proper concentration Ready-to-Use eliminates formula mixing 1 step cleaning & disinfecting only one application needed to kill the organisms listed on the label Exceeds CDC recommended 1:10 dilution ratio Anti-corrosive agents allows the wipe to be used on most surfaces 2 sizes for distinct usage occasions & sites Distinctive low bleach odor Refillable Tub

8 Kill Claims 31 microorganisms 1 minute Contact Time* C. difficile spores 5 minute Contact Time* Health Canada DIN# * See product label for usage instructions